Expertise in
54
conditions

Dr. John H. Smith

Gastroenterology
885 Kempsville Rd, Ste 114, 
Norfolk, VA 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
54
conditions
885 Kempsville Rd, Ste 114, 
Norfolk, VA 

Overview

John Smith is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Norfolk, Virginia.

Dr. Smith is highly rated in 54 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Visceromegaly, Hepatitis C, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Dr. Smith is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology - 2027. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in VA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology - 2027

Fellowships

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center - 2004

Hospital Affiliations

Sentara Leigh Hospital
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital
Sentara Princess Anne Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Commonwealth Care Alliance
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Locations

Digestive and Liver Disease Specialists
885 Kempsville Rd, Ste 114, Norfolk, VA 23502

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Smith has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

3 Clinical Trials

Prospective Clinical Trial to Detect Liver Cancer Through Quantification of cfDNA Methylation in Blood Samples: A LAM Insight Trial Study
Prospective Clinical Trial to Detect Liver Cancer Through Quantification of cfDNA Methylation in Blood Samples: A LAM Insight Trial Study
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: July 10, 2026
Intervention Type: Diagnostic test
A Phase 2 Double-blind, Randomized, Placebo-controlled, Dose-finding Study to Evaluate the Safety, Tolerability and Efficacy of Volixibat Potassium, an Apical Sodium-Dependent Bile Acid Transporter Inhibitor (ASBTi) in Adults With Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
A Phase 2 Double-blind, Randomized, Placebo-controlled, Dose-finding Study to Evaluate the Safety, Tolerability and Efficacy of Volixibat Potassium, an Apical Sodium-Dependent Bile Acid Transporter Inhibitor (ASBTi) in Adults With Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: November 25, 2019
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial of Emricasan, an Oral Caspase Inhibitor, in Subjects With Decompensated Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) Cirrhosis
A Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial of Emricasan, an Oral Caspase Inhibitor, in Subjects With Decompensated Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) Cirrhosis
Enrollment Status: Unknown
Publish Date: March 19, 2019
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Emricasan
Study Phase: Phase 2
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2 Total Publications

A multi-analyte cfDNA-based blood test for early detection of hepatocellular carcinoma.
A multi-analyte cfDNA-based blood test for early detection of hepatocellular carcinoma.
Journal: Journal of hepatology
Published: October 16, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John H. Smith

How do I make an appointment with Dr. John H. Smith?

You can book an appointment with Dr. John H. Smith by calling their office at 757-466-0165. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. John H. Smith a top-rated expert for Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John H. Smith is classified as an Distinguished expert for Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. John H. Smith specialize in?

While Dr. John H. Smith is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Visceromegaly, and Hepatitis C. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. John H. Smith participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. John H. Smith has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. You can view a list of Dr. John H. Smith's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. John H. Smith accept my insurance?

Dr. John H. Smith accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 757-466-0165 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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